The picture that speaks 1000 words: How Dion Prestia and Richmond have turned fortunes around in 2017

OVERLOOKING Richmond’s victorious huddle in the changerooms on Sunday evening is a photo of another successful night 19 rounds ago.

The Tigers had dismantled Carlton to the tune of 43 points in the season opener at the MCG and debutants Dion Prestia, Josh Caddy, Toby Nankervis and Dan Butler were singing the club song in all its powerade-soaked glory.

For Prestia, it’s a reminder of how far he and Richmond have come this season.

“The first game was pretty special for us. I was just happy to get a win,” Prestia says.

“The position we’re in at the moment is unbelievable. No one really thought we’d be here at this time of year. Hopefully we can keep building for finals.”